Writing box with Chinese scholar's garden 1920 - 1930

This "Writing box with Chinese scholar's garden" is a Japanese Shibayama box made by the artist Tsuda Sokan sometime between 1920 and 1930. The box is decorated with a raised scene depicting a scholar's garden. The intricate design features figures, foliage, and a table in a variety of materials and colors. The Shibayama technique is known for using different materials like ivory, shell, and wood to create a multi-dimensional surface. This particular box exemplifies this intricate technique, combining different materials and colors to create a lively and detailed scene.